When a customer makes a complaint that the water bill for any particular period is excessive, the City will, on request, have the meter reread and service inspected for leaks. If the customer wishes to have the meter tested, the customer must first deposit the meter test fee with the City as security. If the City’s meter test reveals a registration in excess of three percent in favor of the City, the amount deposited will be refunded and the bill will be adjusted accordingly. The excess registration on the meter, if billed and paid, for the three previous readings for billing will be credited to the account. When no error is found, the amount deposited will be retained to defray the expense of the meter test. [BC 4.02.115, amended by Ordinance No. 4781, 9/8/20]